David Beckham To Leave LA Galaxy: His Best And Worst Moments (PICTURES)

David Beckham's LA Galaxy career will come to an end after next month's MLS Cup match with Houston Dynamo. It will bring to an end a five-year career Stateside which has been short on success on the pitch but high off of it.

Perhaps the player who established the fully-fledged footballer brand, Beckham has grown into one of the United Kingdom's most endearing figures, let alone sportsmen, despite not playing in English football for nearly 10 years. Once upon a time, they used to hang effigies of him...

Harking back to the former England captain's more competitive career in Europe, here are the best and worst moments over a career which began on 23 September in Brighton...

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HIGHS

May 1992: Plays in the second leg of the Youth Cup final alongside Ryan Giggs, Nicky Butt and Gary Neville as United's latest graduates become the club's first academy side to win the competition since the Busby Babes.

September 1992: Makes his debut for United as a 17-year-old at Brighton & Hove Albion's Goldstone Ground as a substitute for Andrei Kanchelskis in the League Cup.

December 1994: Scores his first United goal against Galatasaray in a 4-0 win.

April 1996: Slots in the winner of the 1996 FA Cup semi-final versus Chelsea at Villa Park.

May 1996: Wins the Premier League and FA Cup with United, taking the pivotal corner which lead to Eric Cantona's winner in the latter against Liverpool.

August 1996: Scores past Wimbledon's Neil Sullivan from the halfway line. "It kicked open the door to the rest of my life," he said in his autobiography.

September 1996: Handed his England debut in the first 1998 World Cup qualifier against Moldova.

May 1996: Having won the PFA Young Player of the year, he wins his second title with United. In March he starts dating Victoria Adams.

June 1998: Scores his first England goal at the 98 World Cup past Colombia with a superb free-kick.

May 1999: Caps off a phenomenal season by winning the Treble with United.

December 1999: Part of the United squad which triumphs over Palmeiras in the Intercontinental Cup in Japan.

May 2000: Wins the Premier League for the fourth time with United.

November 2000: Made England captain for the first time by interim coach Peter Taylor for a friendly in Italy.

February 2001: Confirmed as full-time England captain by new coach Sven-Göran Eriksson.

March 2001: Scores the winner in Eriksson's first competitive match against Finland. It is Beckham's first goal for his country since the Colombia free-kick.

May 2001: Wins a third successive league title with United at a canter.

October 2002: Nets a last-minute free-kick against Greece to assure England's qualification to the 2002 World Cup.

June 2002: Hits the winning penalty past Argentina in one of England's greatest World Cup wins in their second group game.

May 2003: Signs off his United career with a goal at Everton as well as a sixth and final Premier League crown.

June 2006: Becomes the first England player to score at three consecutive World Cups when he drops a free-kick in past Ecuador to win the last 16 tie.

June 2007: Wins the Primera Liga with Real Madrid in his final match with the club before leaving for LA.

March 2008: Becomes the fifth player to win 100 England caps after he plays against France in a Parisian friendly.

October 2008: Agrees to join AC Milan, who will become the fifth club he will have played for.

November 2011: Finally lifts silverware in an LA Galaxy shirt after they defeat Houston Dynamo in the MLS Cup.

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Paris' British midfielder David Beckham celebrates after Paris Saint-Germain won the French L1 title on May 12, 2013 at the Gerland stadium in Lyon,eastern France. Paris Saint-Germain won their first French title since 1994 with a 1-0 success at Lyon. AFP PHOTO/PHILIPPE DESMAZES (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE DESMAZES/AFP/Getty Images)

British midfielder David Beckham (C) and teammates celebrate after winning the French L1 football match Lyon (OL) vs Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the French title on May 12 , 2013 at the Gerland stadium in Lyon, eastern France. Paris Saint-Germain won their first French title since 1994 with a 1-0 success at Lyon. AFP PHOTO / DESMAZES (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE DESMAZES/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris' Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti (L) and British midfielder David Beckham (R) celebrate after winning the French L1 title on May 12, 2013 at the Gerland stadium in Lyon,eastern France. Paris Saint-Germain won their first French title since 1994 with a 1-0 success. Ancelotti's team claimed only the third French championship in the club's history with two games to spare. AFP PHOTO/PHILIPPE DESMAZES (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE DESMAZES/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris Saint Germain's coach Carlo Ancelotti celebrates the title with player David Beckham, left, after winning their French League One soccer match against Lyon, in Lyon, central France, Sunday, May 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani)

Paris Saint Germain's David Beckham celebrates their title after winning their French League One soccer match against Lyon, in Lyon, central France, Sunday, May 12, 2013. (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani)

Paris Saint-Germain's British midfielder David Beckham parades with teammates in a double decker bus on May 13, 2013 in Paris, one day after Paris secured French L1 football championship title. AFP PHOTO / KENZO TRIBOUILLARD (Photo credit should read KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris Saint-Germain's British midfielder David Beckham (C) parades with teammates on a double decker, on May 13, 2013 in Paris, one day after Paris secured French L1 football championship title. AFP PHOTO / KENZO TRIBOUILLARD (Photo credit should read KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris Saint-Germain's British midfielder David Beckham (foreground L) and French midfielder Blaise Matuidi (C) parade with teammates in a double decker bus on May 13, 2013 in Paris, one day after Paris secured French L1 football championship title. AFP PHOTO / KENZO TRIBOUILLARD (Photo credit should read KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris Saint-Germain's British midfielder David Beckham parades with teammates on a double decker bus on May 13, 2013 in Paris, one day after Paris secured French L1 football championship title. AFP PHOTO / KENZO TRIBOUILLARD (Photo credit should read KENZO TRIBOUILLARD/AFP/Getty Images)

Paris Saint Germain's soccer player David Beckham, right, celebrate his French league title, in Paris, Monday, May 13, 2013. Paris Saint-Germain clinched its first French league title since 1994 by defeating Lyon 1-0 on Sunday. PSG has now an unassailable seven-point lead at the top of the standings. With just two rounds left, second-place Marseille can no longer catch its fierce rival. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Paris Saint Germain's soccer players Marco Verratti, left, Lucas Da Silva, center, and David Beckham, right, celebrate their French league title, in Paris, Monday, May 13, 2013. Paris Saint-Germain clinched its first French league title since 1994 by defeating Lyon 1-0 on Sunday. PSG has now an unassailable seven-point lead at the top of the standings. With just two rounds left, second-place Marseille can no longer catch its fierce rival. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Paris Saint Germain's soccer players Marco Verratti, left, Ezequiel Lavezzi, center, and David Beckham, right, celebrate winning their French league, in Paris, Monday, May 13, 2013. Paris Saint-Germain clinched its first French league title since 1994 by defeating Lyon 1-0 on Sunday. PSG has now an unassailable seven-point lead at the top of the standings. With just two rounds left, second-place Marseille can no longer catch its fierce rival. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Paris Saint Germain's soccer players Jeremy Menez, second from left, Ezequiel Lavezzi, third from left, David Beckham, center, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, second from right, and Lucas Da Silva, right, celebrate their French league, in Paris, Monday, May 13, 2013. Paris Saint-Germain clinched its first French league title since 1994 by defeating Lyon 1-0 on Sunday. PSG has now an unassailable seven-point lead at the top of the standings. With just two rounds left, second-place Marseille can no longer catch its fierce rival. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Paris Saint Germain's David Beckham tries to stop a goal kicked by Evian's Daniel Wass during their French League One soccer match, in Annecy, French Alps, Sunday, April 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani)

Paris Saint Germain's David Beckham reacts during their French League One soccer match against Evian, in Annecy, French Alps, Sunday, April 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Laurent Cipriani)

Paris Saint-Germain's English midfielder David Beckham (R) speaks with his son Cruz as he takes part in a training session on April 19, 2013 at French L1 football club PSG's training camp in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, near Paris. AFP PHOTO / BERTRAND GUAY (Photo credit should read BERTRAND GUAY/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy acknowledges the fans after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 to win the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - APRIL 14: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy slides on his knees to celebrate his second half goal against the Portland Timbers at The Home Depot Center on April 14, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-1. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

BARCELONA, SPAIN: Forward Dwight Yorke and midfielder David Beckham (top) of Manchester United jubilate after winning the final of the soccer Champions League against Bayern Munich, 26 May 1999 at the Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona. Manchester United won 2-1. (ELECTRONIC IMAGE) (Photo credit should read ERIC CABANIS/AFP/Getty Images)

Football, 1996 FA Cup Final, Wembley, 11th May, 1996, Manchester United 1 v Liverpool 0, Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel celebrates with David Beckham and other United players at the end of the match (Photo by Bob Thomas/Getty Images)

Sport/Football, World Cup Qualifier, Rome, 11th October 1997, Italy 0 v England 0, England trio L-R: David Beckham, Graeme Le Saux and Ian Wright celebrate at the end of the game as England qualify for the 1998 World Cup Finals (Photo by Bob Thomas/Getty Images)

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM: Manchester United's striker Teddy Sheringham (R) is hugged by his teammate David Beckham after scoring their second goal against Bordeaux 01 March 2000, during their UEFA Champions League match at Old Trafford. Manchester won 2-0. (Photo credit should read GERRY PENNY/AFP/Getty Images)

7th SEPTEMBER 1999, European Championships 2000 Qualifier, Warsaw, Poland, Poland 0 v England 0,England's David Beckham relaxes during a training session before the game (Photo by Popperfoto/Getty Images)

Sport, Football, FIFA Club World Championships, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 6th January 2000, Manchester United 1 v Necaxa 1, Manchester United's David Beckham and manager Sir Alex Ferguson walk down the tunnel at the end of the game, Both were dismissed during the game (Photo by Bob Thomas/Getty Images)

22 Aug 1998: David Beckham of Manchester United faces the hostile West Ham crowd in the FA Carling Premiership game at Upton Park, London, England. The game ended 0-0 . \ Mandatory Credit: Gary M Prior/Allsport

30 Jun 1998: England captain Alan Shearer celebrates with team mates David Beckham and Michael Owen after scoring from the penalty spot during the World Cup second round match against Argentina at the Stade Geoffroy Guichard in St Etienne, France. England lost 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. \ Mandatory Credit: Ross Kinnaird /Allsport

19 May 1998: David Beckham of England enjoys a day on the golf course at Mill Ride GC in Ascot, England. \ Mandatory Credit: Andrew Redington /Allsport

19 May 1998: David Beckham of England enjoys a day on the golf course at Mill Ride GC in Ascot, England. \ Mandatory Credit: Andrew Redington /Allsport

27 Aug 1997: David Beckham of Manchester United celebrates to the crowd after scoring a goal during the FA Carling Premiership match against Everton played at Goodison Park in Liverpool, England. The match finished in a 0-2 victory for Manchester United. \ Mandatory Credit: Gary M Prior/Allsport

12 Jun 2000: David Beckham of England cannot hide his disappointment after the European Championships 2000 group match against Portugal at the Philips Stadium in Eindhoven, Holland. Portugal won the match 3-2. \ Mandatory Credit: Gary M Prior/Allsport

19 Sep 2000: Nicky Butt (right) and David Beckham (left) of Manchester United show their frustration after the UEFA Champions League match between Manchester United and Dynamo Kiev at the Olympiskyi Stadium Kiev, Ukraine. Mandatory Credit: Phil Cole/ALLSPORT

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM - OCTOBER 6: England's David Beckham celebrates in front of the crowd after scoring an injury-time equaliser against Greece during the World Cup qualifying match at Old Trafford in Manchester 06 October 2001. Beckham ensured England qualified for the World Cup finals with his late goal which salvaged a 2-2 draw to put England top of their group. AFP PHOTO: Gerald PENNY (Photo credit should read GERALD PENNY/AFP/Getty Images)

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM: Manchester United's David Beckham (C) is congratulated by teammates Ryan Giggs (L) and Mikael Silvestre (R) after scoring an equalizer against Fulham during a premiership match at Old Trafford in Manchester , 19 August 2001.It is 1-1 at half time. AFP PHOTO / Odd ANDERSEN (Photo credit should read Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty Images)

10 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester United falls to the floor in agony after picking up a serious injury during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and Deportivo La Coruna played at Old Trafford, in Manchester, England. Manchester United won the match 3-2, winning the tie 5-2 on aggregate. DIGITAL IMAGE. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

2 Apr 2002: Alex Fergusson of Manchester United shows his disgust as David Beckham is injured during the Deportivo La Coruna v Manchester United UEFA Champions League Quarter Final 1st Leg match at the Estadio Municipal De Riazor in La Coruna, Spain. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM: Manchester United's Ruud Van Nistelrooy (L) celebrates his penalty against Nantes with teammates Roy Keane (C) and David Beckham during a phase two group A champions league match at Old Trafford in Manchester, 26 February 2002. AFP PHOTO / Odd ANDERSEN (Photo credit should read Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty Images)

SAITAMA-KEN - JUNE 2: A dejected David Beckham on the bench in the second half during the England v Sweden, Group F, World Cup Group Stage match played at the Saitama Stadium, Saitama-Ken, Japan on June 2, 2002. The game was drawn 1 - 1. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

NIIGATA, JAPAN: English captain and midfielder David Beckham (L) and defender Rio Ferdinand congratulate their teammate Michael Owen (R) after he scored his team's second goal during the second round match Denmark/England of the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Korea and Japan, 15 June 2002 at Niigata Big Swan Stadium. AFP PHOTO TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA (Photo credit should read TOSHIFUMI KITAMURA/AFP/Getty Images)

English goalkeeper David Seaman (R) is consolated by his captain midfielder David Beckham at the end of the England/Brazil quarterfinal match of the FIFA2002 Soccer World Cup, 21 June 2002 at Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa. Brazil won 2-1 and qualified for the semifinal. AFP PHOTO WILLIAM WEST (Photo credit should read WILLIAM WEST/AFP/Getty Images)

LONDON - AUGUST 23: Manchester United David Beckham and Paul Scholes chase referee Graham Poll appealing for a penalty during the Barclaycard Premiership match between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in London on August 23, 2002. (Photo By Phil Cole/Getty Images)The match ended in a 2-2 draw.

SHIZUOKA - JUNE 21: A dejected David Beckham (left) of England is consoled by Roberto Carlos (right) of Brazil after the England v Brazil World Cup Quarter Final match played at the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa in Shizuoka, Japan on June 21, 2002. Brazil won the match 2-1. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

SHIZUOKA - JUNE 21: David Beckham's dad Ted (centre) shows his disappointment after the England v Brazil World Cup Quarter Final match played at the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa in Shizuoka, Japan on June 21, 2002. Brazil won the match 2-1. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

SHIZUOKA - JUNE 21: A dejected David Beckham of England after the final whistle of the England v Brazil World Cup Quarter Final match played at the Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa in Shizuoka, Japan on June 21, 2002. Brazil won the match 2-1. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

LONDON - FEBRUARY 12: David Beckham of England looks dejected during the International Friendly match between England and Australia held on February 12, 2003 at Upton Park, in London. Australia won the match 3-1. (Photo by Phil Cole/Getty Images)

MANCHESTER - JANUARY 1: David Beckham of Manchester United looking dejected during the FA Barclaycard Premiership match between Manchester United and Sunderland held on January 1, 2003 at Old Trafford in Manchester, England. Manchester United won the match 2-1. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

English captain David Beckham (C) of Real Madrid and his teammates admire a Japanese boy dribbling the ball in front of them before a team training session in Tokyo, 03 August 2003. Members of Real Madrid arrived here 03 August to play a pre-season match 05 August with Japanese professional football club FC Tokyo as the second leg of their promotional Asian tour. AFP PHOTO/Toru YAMANAKA (Photo credit should read TORU YAMANAKA/AFP/Getty Images)

LONDON COLNEY, ENGLAND - MAY 19: England Captain David Beckham relaxes during the England training session on May 19, 2003 at London Colney, England. England are preparing for the friendly International against South Africa latter this week. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

DURBAN - MAY 22: David Beckham of England feels the pain as he suffers an injury during the International Friendly match between South Africa and England held on May 22, 2003 at The ABSA Stadium, in Durban, South Africa. England won the match 2-1. (Photo by Phil Cole/Getty Images)

David Beckham (C) from England celebrates with his teammates after his goal against Macedonia during their Euro 2004 Qualifying match at the City stadium in Skopje 06 September, 2003. AFP PHOTO DIMITAR DILKOFF (Photo credit should read DIMITAR DILKOFF/AFP/Getty Images)

SKOPJE, MACEDONIA - SEPTEMBER 6: David Beckham of England celebrates his goal during the European Cup, Group 7 match between Macedonia and England on September 6, 2003 in the City Stadium in Skopje, Macedonia. (Photo by Jamie McDonald /Getty Images)

Real Madrid Briton David Beckham celebrates his goal against Malaga during a Liga match at La Rosaleda stadium in Malaga 21 September 2003. (Photo credit should read CRISTINA QUICLER/AFP/Getty Images)

Real Madrid's British midfielder David Beckham (R) is congratulated by his teammate French midfielder Zinedine Zidane after scoring a goal during their Champions League soccer match against Marseille 26 November 2003 at Velodrome stadium in Marseille. AFP PHOTO GERARD JULIEN (Photo credit should read GERARD JULIEN/AFP/Getty Images)

LISBON, Portugal: French captain Zinedine Zidane (L) hugs England captain David Beckham after France beat England 2-1, 13 June 2004 during their opening match at the European Nations football championships at the Estadio da Luz in Lisbon. France and England are competing in Group B with Switzerland and Croatia. AFP PHOTO ADRIAN DENNIS (Photo credit should read ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)

LISBON, PORTUGAL - JUNE 24: Captain DSavid Beckham of England looks dejected with his team mates during the UEFA Euro 2004 Quarter Final match between Portugal and England at the Luz Stadium on June 24, 2004 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

LISBON, PORTUGAL - JUNE 24: David Beckham of England looks dejected with his team mates during the UEFA Euro 2004 Quarter Final match between Portugal and England at the Luz Stadium on June 24, 2004 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

LISBON, PORTUGAL - JUNE 24: Darius Vassell of England in tears (L) and a dejected David Beckham after England lose on penalties during the UEFA Euro 2004, Quarter Final match between Portugal and England at the Luz Stadium on June 24, 2004 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

VIENNA, AUSTRIA - SEPTEMBER 4 : David Beckham of England looks dejected during the 2006 FIFA World Cup Qualifying game between Austria and England at the Ernst Happel-Stadium on September 4, 2004 in Vienna, Austria. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 13: England's David Beckham (L) looks dejected as he leaves Real Madrid's training ground in Las Rozas, on October 13, 2004 in Madrid, Spain. Beckham did not train as a result of a rib injury sustained in an International soccer match against Wales. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

BIRMINGHAM, UNITED KINGDOM - FEBRUARY 9: David Beckham of England looks dejected during the International Friendly match between England and Holland at Villa Park on February 9, 2005 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

SINGAPORE - JULY 06: David Beckham and British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Tessa Jowell celebrate as London are voted to stage the 2012 Olympic Games at the Raffle City Convention Centre on July 6, 2005 in Singapore. The 117th session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) voted whether London, Paris, New York, Madrid or Moscow will host the 2012 Olympic Games. (Photo by John Gichigi/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN: Diego Tristan (2nd L) celebrates his goal with Luque (L), Zinedine Zidane (2ndR) and David Beckham (R) during the football match against poverty with the friends of Zidane against the friends of Ronaldo at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid 14 december 2004. AFP PHOTO/ CHRISTOPHE SIMON . (Photo credit should read CHRISTOPHE SIMON/AFP/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN - OCTOBER 22: David Beckham of Real Madrid with his children Romeo and Brooklin enjoy the moment during the Tommy Robredo v Andre Agassi quarter final match at the ATP Madrid Masters at the Nuevo Rockodromo on October 21, 2004 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN: England's David Beckham grimaces holding his side after a shock with Spain's Reyes during their friendly football match at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, 17 November 2004. AFP PHOTO/Pierre-Philippe MARCOU (Photo credit should read PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP/Getty Images)

MADRID, Spain: Real Madrid's Briton David Beckham (top) celebrates in front of the fans after scoring to make it 3-1 against Rosenborg during their Champions League football match in Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, 19 October 2005. AFP PHOTO/ PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU (Photo credit should read PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU/AFP/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN - DECEMBER 21: David Beckham of Real Madrid looks dejected after a Primera Liga match between Real Madrid and Racing Santander on December 21, 2005 at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, Spain. Santander won 2-1. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

GENEVA - NOVEMBER 12: David Beckham, Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen look dejected during the International friendly match between England and Argentina at the Stade de Geneve on November 12, 2005 in Geneva, Switzerland. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Ronaldo (R) is kissed by teamate David Beckham after scoring his second goal against MLS (US Major League soccer) during their football match at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, 23 August 2005AFP PHOTO/PHILIPPE DESMAZES (Photo credit should read PHILIPPE DESMAZES/AFP/Getty Images)

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM - OCTOBER 08: Despair for David Beckham of England as he is sent off during the World Cup 2006 Group 6 qualifying match between England and Austria at Old Trafford on October 8, 2005 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

FRANKFURT, GERMANY - JUNE 10: (L to R) Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, Ashley Cole and David Beckham celebrate after an own goal by Carlos Gamarra of Paraguay during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Group B match between England and Paraguay at the Stadium Frankfurt on June 10, 2006 in Frankfurt, Germany. (Photo by Ben Radford/Getty Images)

COLOGNE, GERMANY - JUNE 20: Joe Cole of England celebrates scoring a goal with David Beckham of England during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Group B match between Sweden and England at the Stadium Cologne on June 20, 2006 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Bongarts/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham of England is mobbed by his team mates after scoring the opening goal during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham of England celebrates scoring the opening goal with Ashley Cole and his team mates during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Stuttgart, GERMANY: Teammates mob English midfielder David Beckham (L) celebrates with English defender Ashley Cole (R) after he scored the game's first goal off a free kick during the round of 16 World Cup football match between England and Ecuador at Stuttgart's Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium, 25 June 2006. England were leading 1-0 in the second half. AFP PHOTO / VALERY HACHE (Photo credit should read VALERY HACHE/AFP/Getty Images)

Stuttgart, GERMANY: Teammates mob English midfielder David Beckham celebrates after he scored the game's first goal off a free kick during the round of 16 World Cup football match between England and Ecuador at Stuttgart's Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium, 25 June 2006. England were leading 1-0 in the second half. AFP PHOTO / ROBERTO SCHMIDT (Photo credit should read ROBERTO SCHMIDT/AFP/Getty Images)

Stuttgart, GERMANY: Teammates crowd around English midfielder David Beckham (C-no 7) to celebrate after he scored off a free kick for the team's first goal during the round of 16 World Cup football match between England and Ecuador at Stuttgart's Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium, 25 June 2006. England were leading 1-0 in the second half. AFP PHOTO / ADRIAN DENNIS (Photo credit should read ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham of England celebrates scoring the opening goal with Wayne Rooney and his team mates during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

BADEN-BADEN, GERMANY - JUNE 29: Stewart Downing and David Beckham of England warm up during the teams training session at England's World Cup base on June 29, 2006 in Baden-Baden, Germany. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham of England celebrates scoring the opening goal with Wayne Rooney and his team mates during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham (L) of England celebrates scoring the opening goal with team mate Ashley Cole during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham of England is mobbed by his team mates after scoring the opening goal during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

STUTTGART, GERMANY - JUNE 25: David Beckham (L) of England celebrates scoring the opening goal with team mate Ashley Cole during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Round of 16 match between England and Ecuador played at the Gottlieb-Daimler Stadium on June 25, 2006 in Stuttgart, Germany. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England is substituted during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England waves to the fans following his team's defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Bongarts/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England is substituted during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: John Terry (L) of England and team mate David Beckham look dejected following their team's defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England offers encouragement to team mate Owen Hargreaves (L) during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Bongarts/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England applauds during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England is substituted during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham and Wayne Bridge of England console team mate John Terry following defeat during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England is distraught after being substituted during the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England consoles team mate Owen Hargreaves following their team's defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: Manager of England Sven Goran Eriksson, David Beckham and Frank Lampard of England look dejected following their team's defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England consoles team mate Owen Hargreaves following their team's defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Gelsenkirchen, GERMANY: English midfielder David Beckham (L) and Swedish head coach of the English team Sven-Goran Eriksson look dejected at the end of the World Cup 2006 quarter final football game England vs. Portugal, 01 July 2006 at Gelsenkirchen stadium. Portugal won 3-1 on penalties. AFP PHOTO / ARIS MESSINIS (Photo credit should read ARIS MESSINIS/AFP/Getty Images)

GELSENKIRCHEN, GERMANY - JULY 01: David Beckham of England consoles team mates John Terry and Rio Ferdinand following their defeat in a penalty shootout at the end of the FIFA World Cup Germany 2006 Quarter-final match between England and Portugal played at the Stadium Gelsenkirchen on July 1, 2006 in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

BADEN-BADEN, GERMANY - JULY 02: David Beckham of England leaves the media centre via a rear door after reading a statement to the press in which he stepped down as England Captain on July 2, 2006 in Baden-Baden, Germany. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 05: David Beckham of Real Madrid complains to referee Miguel Angel Perez during the Primera Liga match between Real Madrid and Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on November 5, 2006 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

INCHEON, SOUTH KOREA - FEBRUARY 26: Footballer David Beckham arrives with his team LA Galaxy at Incheon Airport on February 26, 2008 in Incheon, South Korea. Beckham and LA Galaxy arrived in Korea for a promotional tour and to play a friendly match. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 10: LA Galaxy soccer star David Beckham laughs with son Brooklyn before the start of Game Three of the 2008 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers on June 10, 2008 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Noel Vasquez/Getty Images)

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: David Beckham of the LA Galaxy shows his frustration during the Hyundai Club Challenge match between Sydney FC and the LA Galaxy at Telstra Stadium on November 27, 2007 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - NOVEMBER 7: A fan holds up a sign showing her affection for David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy during their exhibition soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at BC Place Stadium on November 7, 2007 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The game finished in a scoreless tie. (Photo By Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

LONDON - MARCH 24: Michael Owen (L)and David Beckham (R) enjoy the snow during an England training session at London Colney on March 24, 2008 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

AC Milan's Andrea Pirlo (L) and Clarance Seedorf (R) congratulate British midfielder David Beckham after he scored against Bologna during a Serie A football match at the Renato Dall'Ara stadium in Bologna on January 25, 2009. AFP PHOTO / FABIO MUZZI (Photo credit should read FABIO MUZZI/AFP/Getty Images)

Handout photo made available by UNICEF shows British footballer David Beckham (L) playing with three-year-old Sesiphi (R) whose mother, Tamara, (C) is HIV positive, in Beckham's role as a UNICEF ambassador, at a clinic in Cape Town where he met young pregnant women and new mothers who are living with HIV. The UNICEF-supported �Mothers to Mothers� (M2M) programme is providing HIV positive pregnant women with education and support that helps to prevent them passing HIV to their unborn babies. AFP PHOTO / Per �Anders Pettersson / UNICEF / POOL (Photo credit should read Per �Anders Pettersson/AFP/Getty Images)

Handout photo made available by UNICEF shows British footballer David Beckham playing with three-year-old Sesiphi whose mother is HIV positive, in Beckham's role as a UNICEF ambassador, at a clinic in Cape Town where he met young pregnant women and new mothers who are living with HIV. The UNICEF-supported �Mothers to Mothers� (M2M) programme is providing HIV positive pregnant women with education and support that helps to prevent them passing HIV to their unborn babies. AFP PHOTO / Per �Anders Pettersson / UNICEF / POOL (Photo credit should read Per �Anders Pettersson/AFP/Getty Images)

2 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester lays injured after being challenged by Diego Tristan of Deportivo during the Deportivo La Coruna v Manchester United Champions League quarter final first leg match at the Estadio Municipal de Riazor in La Coruna,Spain. DIGITAL IMAGE Mandatory Credit: Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images

26 Aug 2001: David Beckham of Manchester United leaves the field with an injury during the Barclaycard FA Premiership match between Aston Villa and Manchester United at Villa Park, Birmingham. Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill/ALLSPORT

26 Aug 2001: David Beckham of Manchester United sits on the bench after leaving the field with an injury during the Barclaycard FA Premiership match between Aston Villa and Manchester United at Villa Park, Birmingham. Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill/ALLSPORT

10 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester United is stretchered off after picking up a serious injury during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and Deportivo La Coruna played at Old Trafford, in Manchester,England. Manchester United won the match 3-2, winning the tie 5-2 on aggregate. DIGITAL IMAGE. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

10 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester United falls to the floor in agony after picking up a serious injury during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and Deportivo La Coruna played at Old Trafford, in Manchester, England. Manchester United won the match 3-2, winning the tie 5-2 on aggregate. DIGITAL IMAGE. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

10 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester United looks at the damaged foot after picking up a serious injury during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and Deportivo La Coruna played at Old Trafford, in Manchester, England. Manchester United won the match 3-2, winning the tie 5-2 on aggregate. DIGITAL IMAGE. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

5 Oct 2000: David Beckham of England nurses his injury during the England Squad training session before the World Cup 2002 Qualifying match against Germany at Wembley Stadium, in London. \ Mandatory Credit: Jamie McDonald /Allsport

5 Jun 1999: David Beckham of England goes off injured during the European Championship qualifier against Sweden at Wembley in London. The game ended goalless. \ Mandatory Credit: David Cannon /Allsport

18 Dec 1999: David Beckham of Manchester United looks on as Marc Keller of West Ham United lies injured during the FA Carling Premiership match at Upton Park in London. Man Utd won 4-2. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey /Allsport

6 Oct 2001: David Beckham of England celebrates with Emile Heskey after scoring an injury time equalising goal during the World Cup Group 9 Qualifier between England and Greece at Old Trafford in Manchester, England. England sealed qualification after the game ended 2-2. \ Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill /Allsport

23 Sep 2000: David Beckham of Manchester United nurses an injured head during the FA Carling Premiership match against Chelsea at Old Trafford, in Manchester, England. The match ended in a 3-3 draw. \ Mandatory Credit: Ben Radford /Allsport

5 Jun 1999: David Beckham of England is taken off due to injury during the European Championships Qualifier match against Sweden played at Wembley Stadium in London, England. The match finished in a 0-0 draw. \ Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill /Allsport

SEOGWIPO, REPUBLIC OF KOREA: English football player David Beckham smiles while streching his injured leg 20 May 2002 during a training session at the world cup stadium on this South Korean resort island set between Japan and Korea. Beckham, who broke his left foot participated in the The English team training session in hope to be fit for the first game of his team against Sweden. England started their pre-World Cup training before flying to Japan on 25th May. AFP PHOTO/EMMANUEL DUNAND (Photo credit should read EMMANUEL DUNAND/AFP/Getty Images)

10 Apr 2002: David Beckham of Manchester United is helped off the pitch after picking up a serious injury during the UEFA Champions League quarter final second leg match between Manchester United and Deportivo La Coruna played at Old Trafford, in Manchester, England. Manchester United won the match 3-2, winning the tie 5-2 on aggregate. DIGITAL IMAGE. \ Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/Getty Images

HONG KONG - FEBRUARY 20: Staff of Madame Tussaud's Meusum touches up a waxwork of British footballer David Beckham, with a gash above his left eye, on February 20,2003 in Hong Kong, China. The museum altered their exhibit within hours of his reported bust-up with his manager. (Photo by Sam Chan/Getty Images)

DURBAN - MAY 22: David Beckham of England feels the pain as he suffers an injury during the International Friendly match between South Africa and England held on May 22, 2003 at The ABSA Stadium, in Durban, South Africa. England won the match 2-1. (Photo by Phil Cole/Getty Images)

DURBAN - MAY 22: David Beckham of England walks off the pitch with an arm injury after an earlier clash during the International Friendly match between South Africa and England held on May 22, 2003 at The ABSA Stadium, in Durban, South Africa. England won the match 2-1. (Photo by Ben Radford/Getty Images)

NEW YORK - MAY 27: England football captain David Beckham and his wife Victoria Beckham leave their Downtown hotel May 27, 2002 in New York City. (Photo by Mark Mainz/Getty Images)

NEW YORK - MAY 27: England football captain David Beckham arrives at his Downtown hotel May 27, 2002 in New York City. (Photo by Mark Mainz/Getty Images)

MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 26: David Beckham of Real Madrid comes to the aid of an injured Roberto Carlos during the Primera Liga match between Real Madrid and Deportivo La Coruna at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium on May 26, 2007 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

ZARAGOZA, SPAIN - JUNE 09: David Beckham of Real Madrid is attended after getting injured in the Primera Liga match between Real Zaragoza and Real Madrid at the Romareda stadium on June 9, 2007 in Zaragoza, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

British football star David Beckham (L) of the Los Angeles Galaxy sits on the bench nursing his injured ankle watching teammate Mike Randolph (R) juggle the ball during the team practice at BMO Field 04 August 2007 in Toronto. The Galaxy play Toronto FC 05 August in what could be Beckham's Major League Soccer (MLS) debut. AFP PHOTO/David BOILY (Photo credit should read DAVID BOILY/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 29: Footballer David Beckham, captain of the Los Angeles Galaxy sits injured on the sidelines during their SuperLiga Final match gainst Pachuca at the Home Depot Center on August 29, 2007 in Carson, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 29: Footballer David Beckham, captain of the Los Angeles Galaxy, goes down injured after a challenge during their SuperLiga Final match gainst Pachuca at the Home Depot Center on August 29, 2007 in Carson, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy reacts after aggravating an ankle injury against the New York Red Bulls at Giants Stadium on August 18, 2007 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 29: Head Coach Frank Yallop consoles David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy while Beckham holds his head in his hands after leaving the game injured against Pachuca during their SuperLiga Final match at the Home Depot Center on August 29, 2007 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

MILAN, ITALY - MARCH 14: David Beckham of AC Milan injuried during the Serie A match between AC Milan and AC Chievo Verona at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on March 14, 2010 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

MILAN, ITALY - MARCH 14: David Beckham of AC Milan injured during the Serie A match between AC Milan and AC Chievo Verona at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on March 14, 2010 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

England's coach Fabio Capello (L) celebrates with injured midfielder David Beckham (R) after their team won the Group C first round 2010 World Cup football match Slovenia vs. England on June 23, 2010 at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth. England won 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / CARL DE SOUZA (Photo credit should read CARL DE SOUZA/AFP/Getty Images)

England's defender Glen Johnson (R) is congratulated by injured midfielder David Beckham after their team won the Group C first round 2010 World Cup football match Slovenia vs. England on June 23, 2010 at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth. England won 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / LIU JIN (Photo credit should read LIU JIN/AFP/Getty Images)

England's injured midfielder David Beckham shows his arm at the end of the Group C first round 2010 World Cup football match Slovenia vs. England on June 23, 2010 at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth. England defeated Slovenia 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / PAUL ELLIS (Photo credit should read PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images)

England's striker Wayne Rooney (L) shakes hands with England's injured midfielder David Beckham after their team won the Group C first round 2010 World Cup football match Slovenia vs. England on June 23, 2010 at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth. England won 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / LIU JIN (Photo credit should read LIU JIN/AFP/Getty Images)

England's midfielder Frank Lampard (R) is congratulated by injured midfielder David Beckham after their team won the Group C first round 2010 World Cup football match Slovenia vs. England on June 23, 2010 at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium in Port Elizabeth. England won 1-0. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / LIU JIN (Photo credit should read LIU JIN/AFP/Getty Images)

England's injured midfielder David Beckham (C) reacts during the 2010 World Cup round of 16 football match Germany vs. England on June 27, 2010 at Free State stadium in Mangaung/Bloemfontein. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)

England's injured midfielder David Beckham (C) and team members on the bench react during the 2010 World Cup round of 16 football match England versus Germany on June 27, 2010 at Free State Stadium in Mangaung/Bloemfontein. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN (Photo credit should read STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN/AFP/Getty Images)

David Beckham gestures on the bench upon his return to the LA Galaxy side from injury against the Columbus Crew at the Home Depot Stadium in Carson, Los Angeles on September 11, 2010. The Galaxy went on to win 3-1. A six-month injury absence has David Beckham champing at the bit to get back on the pitch and provide a boost for his Los Angeles Galaxy teammates - and perhaps eventually again for England. The 35-year-old former England captain has been sidelined since March 14, when he tore his left achilles tendon while playing on loan for AC Milan. AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - OCTOBER 24: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy shows his bloody finger to the trainer near the sideline in the first half during the MLS match against FC Dallas on October 24, 2010 in Carson, California. Beckham was made to change his kit for having blood on it. The Galaxy defeated FC Dallas 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

David Beckham warms-up with his team the LA Galaxy before the game against the New York Red Bulls at the Home Depot Stadium in Carson, Los Angeles on September 24, 2010. David Beckham said on Thursday he will sue an American weekly magazine that published allegations that the former England captain had slept with a prostitute. Beckham's legal representatives said in a statement that the claims were 'completely untrue and totally ridiculous, as the magazine was clearly told before publication'. 'Sadly we live in a world where a magazine can print lies and believe they can get away with it.' AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

David Beckham grimaces as his team the LA Galaxy misses a pass during the game against the New York Red Bulls at the Home Depot Stadium in Carson, Los Angeles on September 24, 2010. David Beckham said on Thursday he will sue an American weekly magazine that published allegations that the former England captain had slept with a prostitute. Beckham's legal representatives said in a statement that the claims were 'completely untrue and totally ridiculous, as the magazine was clearly told before publication'. 'Sadly we live in a world where a magazine can print lies and believe they can get away with it.' AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - SEPTEMBER 26: David Beckham of LA Galaxy coaches local children during a Training Session at the Marvin Lee Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Macoya, Trinidad And Tobago. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - SEPTEMBER 26: David Beckham of LA Galaxy shares a joke with two girls during a Training Session for local players at the Marvin Lee Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Macoya, Trinidad And Tobago. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

David Beckham from the LA Galaxy controls the ball as he leaps over Tony Tchani from the New York Red Bulls before being defeated 2-0 at the Home Depot Stadium in Carson, Los Angeles on September 24, 2010. David Beckham said on Thursday he will sue an American weekly magazine that published allegations that the former England captain had slept with a prostitute. Beckham's legal representatives said in a statement that the claims were 'completely untrue and totally ridiculous, as the magazine was clearly told before publication'. 'Sadly we live in a world where a magazine can print lies and believe they can get away with it.' AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

David Beckham leaves the field after his team the LA Galaxy was defeated 2-0 by the New York Red Bulls at the Home Depot Stadium in Carson, Los Angeles on September 24, 2010. David Beckham said on Thursday he will sue an American weekly magazine that published allegations that the former England captain had slept with a prostitute. Beckham's legal representatives said in a statement that the claims were 'completely untrue and totally ridiculous, as the magazine was clearly told before publication'. 'Sadly we live in a world where a magazine can print lies and believe they can get away with it.' AFP PHOTO/Mark RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images)

PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO - SEPTEMBER 26: David Beckham of LA Galaxy plays a match with Young Children during a Coaching Clinic for local players at the Marvin Lee Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Macoya, Trinidad And Tobago. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 07: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy takes a free kick in the first half against Seattle Sounders FC during the MLS Western Conference Semifinal match second leg at The Home Depot Center on November 7, 2010 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated Sounders FC 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 07: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy laughs while referee Baldomero Toledo gives Beckham a yellow card during the MLS Western Conference Semifinal match second leg between Seattle Sounders FC and the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center on November 7, 2010 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated Sounders FC 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 07: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy takes a free kick in the first half against Seattle Sounders FC during the MLS Western Conference Semifinal match second leg at The Home Depot Center on November 7, 2010 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated Sounders FC 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 25: David Beckham and Galaxy manager Bruce Arena are seen at Sydney International Airport on November 25, 2010 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: David Beckham of the Galaxy coaches school children during an LA Galaxy and Newcastle Jets Children's Football Clinic at Newcastle International Hockey Centre on November 26, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: David Beckham signs autographes after an LA Galaxy training session at EnergyAustralia Stadium on November 26, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 26: David Beckham and his team mates warm-up during an LA Galaxy training session at EnergyAustralia Stadium on November 26, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

David Beckham (L) of LA Galaxy walks on the field before an exhibition football match against the Newcastle Jets at Energy Australia Stadium in Newcastle on November 27, 2010. Global superstar David Beckham and world cup US hero Landon Donovan drew a crowd of over 23,000 fans. IMAGE STRICTLY RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE � STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE AFP PHOTO / KRYSTLE WRIGHT (Photo credit should read KRYSTLE WRIGHT/AFP/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: David Beckham of the Galaxy is helped to his feet by Kasey Wehrman of the Jets during the friendly match between the Newcastle Jets and the LA Galaxy at EnergyAustralia Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: David Beckham of the Galaxy jumps over a Jets defender during the friendly match between the Newcastle Jets and the LA Galaxy at EnergyAustralia Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 27: David Beckham of the Galaxy Shoots for goal during the friendly match between the Newcastle Jets and the LA Galaxy at EnergyAustralia Stadium on November 27, 2010 in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy's English midfielder David Beckham watches from the stand before Tottenham Hotspur's English Premier League football match against Manchester United at White Hart Lane in London, on January 16, 2011. AFP PHOTO/GLYN KIRK - FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY Additional licence required for any commercial/promotional use or use on TV or internet (except identical online version of newspaper) of Premier League/Football League photos. Tel DataCo +44 207 2981656. Do not alter/modify photo. (Photo credit should read GLYN KIRK/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - FEBRUARY 24: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy trains at The Home Depot Center on February 24, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 09: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy in action against the D.C. United during the second half at RFK Stadium on April 9, 2011 in Washington, DC. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 09: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy passes the ball around Dax McCarty #10 of the D.C. United during the first half at RFK Stadium on April 9, 2011 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 20: David Beckham of the Los Angeles Galaxy sits courtside before Game Two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals in the 2011 NBA Playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New Orleans Hornets on April 20, 2011 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - APRIL 23: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy stretches during warm-up prior to the MLS match against the Portland Timbers at The Home Depot Center on April 23, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Timbers 3-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MAY 07: David Beckham (L) #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy puts his arm around Thierry Henry #14 of the New York Red Bulls in the second half at The Home Depot Center on May 7, 2011 in Carson, California. The Red Bulls and Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MAY 07: Thierry Henry (L) #14 of the New York Red Bulls and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy share a laugh at the conclussion of the game at The Home Depot Center on May 7, 2011 in Carson, California. The Red Bulls and Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MAY 07: David Beckham (L) #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy puts his arm around Thierry Henry #14 of the New York Red Bulls, as Henry pleads his case to referee Edvin Jurisevic in the second half at The Home Depot Center on May 7, 2011 in Carson, California. The Red Bulls and Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

FOXBORO, MA - MAY 28: Miguel Lopez #25 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is congratulated by teammates David Beckham #23, Juninho #19 and Paolo Cardozo #30 after Lopez scored the game winning goal in the second half against the New England Revolution on May 28, 2011 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the New England Revolution 1-0. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

FOXBORO, MA - MAY 28: Miguel Lopez #25 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is congratulated by teammates David Beckham #23, Sean Franklin #5 and Paolo Cardozo #30 after Lopez scored the game winning goal in the second half against the New England Revolution on May 28, 2011 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the New England Revolution 1-0. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JUNE 03: Fred #27 of D.C. United tackles David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy in the first half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on June 3, 2011 in Carson, California. Fred received a yellow card for the foul. United and the Galaxy played to a 0-0 draw. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JUNE 03: Fred #27 of D.C. United tackles David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy in the first half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on June 3, 2011 in Carson, California. Fred received a yellow card for the foul. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 01: Professional soccer player David Beckham attends the LA Galaxy Fourth of July Weekend Kick Off Party at L.A. LIVE on July 1, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 01: Professional soccer player David Beckham (far R) attends the LA Galaxy Fourth of July Weekend Kick Off Party at L.A. LIVE on July 1, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 01: (L-R) Professional soccer players Omar Gonzalez, Landon Donovan, David Beckham and Juan Pablo Angel attend the LA Galaxy Fourth of July Weekend Kick Off Party at L.A. LIVE on July 1, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 09: Patrick Nyarko #14 of the Chicago Fire avoids the tackle of David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy during their MLS match at The Home Depot Center on July 9, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Fire 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 09: Patrick Nyarko #14 of the Chicago Fire avoids the tackle of David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy during their MLS match at The Home Depot Center on July 9, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Fire 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 09: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy gestures in disagreement with a call during the MLS match against the Chicago Fire at The Home Depot Center on July 9, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Fire 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 09: Referee's assistant Anthony Vasoli gets between Yamith Cuesta #89 of the Chicago Fire and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy during a scuffle amongst players from both teams in the second half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on July 9, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Fire 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 04: (L-R) Miguel Lopez #25, Paolo Cardozo #30, Kevin Guppy #31, Bryan Jordan #27, Jovan Kirovski #7 and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy stand for the singing of the National Anthem prior to their MLS match against Seattle Sounders FC at The Home Depot Center on July 4, 2011 in Carson, California. Sounders FC and the Galaxy played to a 0-0 draw. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 09: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy walks to the dressing room after the MLS match against the Chicago Fire at The Home Depot Center on July 9, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Fire 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 12: Real Madrid players Cristiano Ronaldo, (L) goalkeeper Iker Casillas (2L) and Los Angeles Galaxy players David Beckham (2R) and Landon Donovan pose after a news conference to announce the Herbalife World Football Challange 2011 friendly soccer torunament between 13 european and US soccer clubs on July 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. The Los Angeles Galaxy will play Real Madrid in a friendly soccer match on Saturday. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 12: Real Madrid players Cristiano Ronaldo, (L) goalkeeper Iker Casillas (2L) and Los Angeles Galaxy players David Beckham (2R) and Landon Donovan pose after a news conference to announce the Herbalife World Football Challange 2011 friendly soccer torunament between 13 european and US soccer clubs on July 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. The Los Angeles Galaxy will play Real Madrid in a friendly soccer match on Saturday. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy laughs as he takes of his jersey to give to fans after the game with the Columbus Crew at The Home Depot Center on July 20, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 1-0. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 20: Referee Andrew Chapin gives a yellow card to Gregg Berhalter #3 of the Los Angeles Galaxy as David Beckham #23 protests in the game with the Columbus Crew at The Home Depot Center on July 20, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 1-0. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 24: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy greets assistant coach David Platt of Manchester City during the Herbalife World Football Challenge 2011 at the Home Depot Center on July 24, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 24: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles galaxy greets Philip Anschutz, head of The Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), owner of Los Angeles Galaxy and his wife Nancy during the team's friendly soccer match in the Herbalife World Football Challenge 2011 against Manchester City at the Home Depot Center on July 24, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 25: (L-R) MLS All-Star Head Coach Hans Backe and David Beckham of the Los Angeles Galaxy speak at the 2011 MLS All-Star Game press conference at All-Star HUB on July 25, 2011 in New York City. The MLS All-Star game will be played on Wednesday July 27, 2011 at Red Bulls Arena in Harrison, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 06: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy walks off the field shirtless after giving his jersey to a fan after the match against FC Dallas at The Home Depot Center on August 6, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Golden/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 06: (L-R) David Beckham's sons Romeo James Beckham, Cruz David Beckham and Brooklyn Joseph Beckham watch the Los Angeles Galaxy game against FC Dallas at The Home Depot Center on August 6, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Golden/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 20: Robbie Keane #14 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates his goal in his debut game with teammate David Beckkham #23 for a 1-0 lead over the San Jose Earthquakes during the frist half at The Home Depot Center on August 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 20: Robbie Keane #14 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates his goal in his debut game with teammate David Beckkham #23 for a 1-0 lead over the San Jose Earthquakes during the frist half at The Home Depot Center on August 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 19: Newly acquired Los Angeles Galaxy forward Robbie Keane#14 holds his jersey as he poses with teammates David Beckham #23, Landon Donovan #10 and head coach Bruce Arena (R) after a news conference at The Home Depot Center on August 19, 2011 in Carson, California. Keane, who is the captain of Ireland's national team, will make his MLS debut against the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday at The Home Depot Center. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

David Beckham of Los Angeles Galaxy gestures during their Concacaf Championship League football match on September 21, 2011 at the Alejandro Morera Soto stadium, in Alajuela outskirts of San Jose. AFP PHOTO/ Rodrigo ARANGUA (Photo credit should read RODRIGO ARANGUA/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - OCTOBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy and Head Coach Jason Kreis of Real Salt Lake exchange words as goalkeeper Nick Rimando #18 of Real Salt Lake gets between the two after their MLS match at The Home Depot Center on October 1, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated Real Salt Lake 2-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

HARRISON, NJ - OCTOBER 30: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is tripped up by Thierry Henry #14 of the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on October 30, 2011 in Harrison, New Jersey. Galaxy defeated the Red Bulls 1-0. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images for New York Red Bulls)

HARRISON, NJ - OCTOBER 30: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy reacts to a call by the referee during the second half against the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on October 30, 2011 in Harrison, New Jersey. The Galaxy defeated the Red Bulls 1-0. (Photo by Christopher Pasatieri/Getty Images)

HARRISON, NJ - OCTOBER 30: Landon Donovan #10 of the Los Angeles Galaxy and teammate David Beckham #23 challenges for the ball against Frank Rost #1 of the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on October 30, 2011 in Harrison, New Jersey. Galaxy defeated the Red Bulls 1-0. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images for New York Red Bulls)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy falls as he is fouled in the box by Roy Miller #7 of the New York Red Bulls to set up a successful penalty kick in the second half in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is greeted by head coach Bruce Arena as he comes out of the game in the second half against the New York Red Bulls in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: Thierry Henry #14 of the New York Red Bulls checks on David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy after Beckham was shaken up in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: Fans stand behind signs hoping that David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy returns to the team next season bdfore the game with the New York Red Bulls in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 06: Robbie Keane #14 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates with David Beckham #23 and Todd Dunivant #2 after Keane scored the Galaxy's third goal against Real Salt Lake in the MLS Western Conference Championship at The Home Depot Center on November 6, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-1 to advance to the MLS Cup. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: Thierry Henry #14 of the New York Red Bulls checks on David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy after Beckham was shaken up in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 03: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy falls as he is fouled in the box by Roy Miller #7 of the New York Red Bulls to set up a successful penalty kick in the second half in their Western Conference Semifinal at The Home Depot Center on November 3, 2011 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-1 to advance to the Conference Finals. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy reacts after a goal by Landon Donovan #10 giving the Galaxy a 1-0 lead against the Houston Dynamo in the second half of the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Landon Donovan #10 and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrate after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

David Beckham of the LA Galaxy kisses the winning trophy following victory over the Houston Dynamo in their MLS Cup final at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California on November 20, 2011. The LA Galaxy defeated the Houston Dynamo 1-0. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates with Paolo Cardozo #30 in the locker room after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Members of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrate in the locker room after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: (L and 2nd from L) Landon Donovan #10 and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrate in the locker room after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates with his sons Brooklyn, Cruz and Romeo after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 to win the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy acknowledges the fans after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 to win the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

A floored David Beckham of the LA Galaxy and Omar Gonzalez (R) vie for the ball with Calen Carr (C) of the Houston Dynamo during the MLS Cup final at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California on November 20, 2011. The LA Galaxy defeated the Houston Dynamo 1-0. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is awarded his medal after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy is awarded his medal after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: (L-R) Landon Donovan #10 and David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy pose for a portrait following the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: (L-R) David Beckham #23 and Chris Birchall #8 of the Los Angeles Galaxy pose for a portrait following the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: (L-R) Landon Donovan #10, Robbie Keane #14, Head Coach Bruce Arena, David Beckham #23 and Associate Head Coach Dave Sarachan of the Los Angeles Galaxy pose for a portrait following the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Game-winning goalscorer Landon Donovan (C), David Beckham (R) and LA Galaxy teammates celebrate their victory at the final whistle in front of fans of the Houston Dynamo in Major League Soccer's MLS Cup final at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California on November 20, 2011. The LA Galaxy defeated the Houston Dynamo 1-0. AFP PHOTO / Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: Fans hold up posters of David Beckham after the Los Angeles Galaxy defeated the Houston Dynamo 1-0 to win the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 20: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy hoists over his head the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy after defeating the Houston Dynamo 1-0 in the 2011 MLS Cup at The Home Depot Center on November 20, 2011 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy football stars David Beckham (R) and Robbie Keane (L) attend a training session in Jakarta on November 29, 2011, ahead of the exhibition match against an Indonesian Selection team. LA Galaxy are visiting Indonesia as part of their Asia Tour before going to the Philippines and Australia. AFP PHOTO / ADEK BERRY (Photo credit should read ADEK BERRY/AFP/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy football star David Beckham (L) exercises next to an Indonesian student (R) during a soccer clinic for Indonesian children in Jakarta on November 29, 2011. LA Galaxy are visiting Indonesia as part of their Asia Tour. AFP PHOTO / ADEK BERRY (Photo credit should read ADEK BERRY/AFP/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy football star David Beckham (C) greets Indonesian students during a soccer clinic for Indonesian children in Jakarta on November 29, 2011. LA Galaxy are visiting Indonesia as part of their Asia Tour. AFP PHOTO / ADEK BERRY (Photo credit should read ADEK BERRY/AFP/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Galaxy player David Beckham (R) celebrates with his teammates after a goal during their friendly football match against an Indonesian selection team at Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta on November 30, 2011. Los Angeles Galaxy is visiting Indonesia as part of their Asia Tour before going to the Philippines and Australia. AFP PHOTO / Bay ISMOYO (Photo credit should read BAY ISMOYO/AFP/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy football star David Beckham (R) argues with Greg Nwakolo of Indonesia during an exhibition match against the Indonesia Selection team in Jakarta on November 30, 2011. David Beckham led LA Galaxy to a 1-0 win over the Indonesian All Stars on November 30, in a scarcely filled Jakarta stadium, where one week ago a stampede at a match left two dead and a young boy in a coma. AFP PHOTO / ADEK BERRY (Photo credit should read ADEK BERRY/AFP/Getty Images)

British football player David Beckham (R) of the Los Angeles Galaxy sits in a bus shortly after arriving with teammates at the Manila international airport on December 1, 2011, from Indonesia. Beckham and his teammates of the LA Galaxy will play an exhibition football match with Philippines' Azkals on December 3, as part of their their Asian tour. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Galaxy player Landon Donovan (3rd R) exchanges jerseys with Philippines Azkals' Aly Borromeo (2nd L) while David Beckham (2nd R) and coach Bruce Arena (R) of LA Galaxy and Phil Younghusband (L) look on after a press conference in Manila on December 1, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Galaxy players Landon Donovan (2nd L) and David Beckham (3rd L) pose for photos with Philippines Azkals players, Aly Borromeo (L), Chieffy Aligdong (3rd R), James Younghusband (2nd R) and Phil Younghusband (R) after a press conference in Manila on December 1, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

British football player, David Beckham , of the Los Angeles Galaxy teaches a boy how to dribble the ball during a clinic session at Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 2, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3 with the Philippines' Azkals. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

British football player, David Beckham (R), of the Los Angeles Galaxy high fives a boy during a clinic session at Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 2, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3 with the Philippines' Azkals. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

British football player, David Beckham (R), of the Los Angeles Galaxy offers drink to a girl during a clinic session with school children at Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 2, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3 with the Philippines' Azkals. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

British football player, David Beckham (R), of the Los Angeles Galaxy talks to school children during a clinic session at Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 2, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3 with the Philippines' Azkals. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Galaxy football players, including David Beckham (C) exercise during a training session at Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 2, 2011, ahead of their friendly match on December 3 with the Philippines' Azkals. Beckham's sights are fixed on playing in the London Olympics next year, but the superstar said December 1, he was less sure about his future when his contract with Los Angeles Galaxy ends. The 36-year-old former England captain, in the Philippines as part of a week-long Asian tour by LA Galaxy, told reporters he still had to make up his mind about his future. AFP PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

Philippine boxing icon Manny Pacquiao (blue shirt) displays the shirt given to him by British football player David Beckham of the LA Galaxy on the second half of the friendly football match between LA Galaxy and Philippines' Azkals at the Rizal memorial stadium in Manila on December 3, 2011. LA Galaxy won 6-1. PHOTO/TED ALJIBE (Photo credit should read TED ALJIBE/AFP/Getty Images)

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 05: David Beckham of the Galaxy poses poses for a photograph with supporters during an LA Galaxy training session at Visy Park on December 5, 2011 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 06: A fan shows her support for David Beckham during the friendly match between the Melbourne Victory and LA Galaxy at Etihad Stadium on December 6, 2011 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy player David Beckham (C) reacts after being tackled by Melbourne Victory player Carlos Hernandez (L) in their football friendly match played in Melbourne on December 6, 2011. IMAGE STRICTLY RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE AFP PHOTO / WILLIAM WEST (Photo credit should read WILLIAM WEST/AFP/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy player David Beckham cries out in pain after been tackled by a Melbourne Victory player in their football friendly match played in Melbourne on December 6, 2011. IMAGE STRICTLY RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE AFP PHOTO / WILLIAM WEST (Photo credit should read WILLIAM WEST/AFP/Getty Images)

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 06: David Beckham of the Galaxy poses with the man of the match trophy during the friendly match between the Melbourne Victory and LA Galaxy at Etihad Stadium on December 6, 2011 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 19: Midfielder David Beckham speaks during the press conference announcing his new contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy as President of AEG Tim Leiweke looks on at Staples Center on January 19, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: Marcelo Sarvas #8 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates his goal with teammate David Beckham #23 in the second half during the MLS match against D.C. United at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: David Beckham #23, Marcelo Sarvas #8, Robbie Keane #7 and Juninho #19 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrate after a goal by Sarvas in the second half during the MLS match against D.C. United at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: (L-R) Cruz Beckham and Romeo Bekcham catch a ball from their father David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy prior to the MLS match between D.C. United and the Los Angeles Galaxy at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: Chris Korb #22 of D.C. United clears the ball as David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy pursues the play in the second half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: Marcelo Sarvas #8, David Beckham #23, Robbie Keane #7 and Landon Donovan #10 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrate after a goal by Sarvas in the second half during the MLS match against D.C. United at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy warms up during prior to their MLS match against D.C. United at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MARCH 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy pursues the ball in the first half against D.C. United during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on March 18, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated United 3-1. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - APRIL 14: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates his second half goal with Pat Noonan #11 and Tommy Meyer #21 in the game against the Portland Timbers at The Home Depot Center on April 14, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-1. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

COMMERCE CITY, CO - APRIL 21: Referee Ramon Hernandez gives a yellow card to David Junior Lopes # of the Los Angeles Galaxy for a foul on Andre Akpan # of the Colorado Rapids in the penalty area in the 91st minute as David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy protests at Dick's Sporting Goods Park on April 21, 2012 in Commerce City, Colorado. Goalkeeper Josh Saunders #12 of the Los Angeles Galaxy made a save on the penalty shot by Omar Cummings #14 of the Colorado Rapids as the Galaxy defeated the Rapids 2-1. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MAY 05: Joel Lindpere #20 of the New York Red Bulls scores in the first half under pressure from David Beckham #23 and past goalkeeper Bill Gaudette #1 of the Los Angeles Galaxy in during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on May 5, 2012 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - MAY 05: Referee Kevin Stott looks to Joel Lindpere #20 of the New York Red Bulls after issuing a yellow card to David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy for a foul on Dane Richards #19 of the New York Red Bulls in the second half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on May 5, 2012 in Carson, California. The Red Bulls defeated the Galaxy 1-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 15: U.S. President Barack Obama (C) poses for photographs with the Major League Soccer champions Los Angeles Galaxy, including mid-fielders Landon Donovan (L) and David Beckham in the East Room of the White House May 15, 2012 in Washington, DC. Players from the Galaxy also participated in a 'Let's Move!' question and answer session with school-age sports fans and first lady Michelle Obama after the ceremony. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

US President Barack Obama shakes hands with LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham during an event in honour of Major League Soccer champions, the LA Galaxy, in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC. AFP PHOTO/Mandel NGAN (Photo credit should read MANDEL NGAN/AFP/GettyImages)

US President Barack Obama shakes hands with LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham during an event in honour of Major League Soccer champions, the LA Galaxy, in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC. AFP PHOTO/Mandel NGAN (Photo credit should read MANDEL NGAN/AFP/GettyImages)

First Lady Michelle Obama speaks alongside David Beckham (L) during a' Let's Move' soccer event with players from the Los Angeles Galaxy, the Major League Soccer (MLS) champions, in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, DC, May 15, 2012. AFP PHOTO / Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/GettyImages)

LA Galaxy captain Landon Donovan (C) and midfielder David Beckham (R) share a laugh with US President Barack Obama during an event in honor of the Major League Soccer (MLS) champions in the East Room of the White House in Washington. AFP PHOTO/Mandel NGAN (Photo credit should read MANDEL NGAN/AFP/GettyImages)

US President Barack Obama talks with David Beckham (L) alongside members of Major League Soccer (MLS) champions LA Galaxy during an event in their honor in the East Room of the White House in Washington on May 15, 2012. AFP PHOTO/Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/GettyImages)

US President Barack Obama(R) greets players, including Landon Donovan (L) and David Beckham (2nd L) alongside members of the LA Galaxy during an event in honor of their win as Major League Soccer champions in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, May 15, 2012. AFP PHOTO / Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/GettyImages)

David Beckham of the LA Galaxy and his son Brooklyn pose on arrival for the 27th annual Sports Spectacular in Los Angeles on May 20, 2012 in California. The event was established in 1986 in response to the promise of genetic research leading to the understanding of numerous genetic diseases found in children and adults, and since then raising more than 21 million USD to benefit the life-saving work of the Ceders-Sinai Medical Genetics Institute. AFP PHOTO/Frederic J. BROWN (Photo credit should read FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP/GettyImages)

CARSON, CA - MAY 23: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy consoles teammate Hector Jimenez #16 as Jimenez leaves the field after receiving a red card during the MLS match against the San Jose Earthquakes at The Home Depot Center on May 23, 2012 in Carson, California. The Earthquakes defeated the Galaxy 3-2. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 26: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy makes a sliding tackle on Adam Moffat #16 of the Houston Dynamo at BBVA Compass Stadium on May 26, 2012 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 26: Je-Vaughn Watson #10 of the Houston Dynamo pleads his case as David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy kneels on the grass in pain in the second half at BBVA Compass Stadium on May 26, 2012 in Houston, Texas. Houston defeated Los Angeles 3-2. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 26: Je-Vaughn Watson #10 of the Houston Dynamo pleads his case as David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy lays on the grass in pain in the second half at BBVA Compass Stadium on May 26, 2012 in Houston, Texas. Houston defeated Los Angeles 3-2. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX - MAY 26: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy goes up for a header as Nathan Sturgis #6 of the Houston Dynamo looks on during game action at BBVA Compass Stadium on May 26, 2012 in Houston, Texas. Houston defeated Los Angeles 3-2. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

SANDY, UT - JUNE 20: Three year old Kai Raider is given a jersey and a hug by David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy after a game with Real Salt Lake during the second half of an MLS soccer game June 20, 2012 at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. Los Angeles Galaxy beat Real Salt lake 3-2. (Photo by George Frey/Getty Images)

SANDY, UT - JUNE 20: Alvaro Saborio #15 of Real Salt Lake fights for position with David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy during the second half of an MLS soccer game June 20, 2012 at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah. Los Angeles Galaxy beat Real Salt lake 3-2. (Photo by George Frey/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JUNE 23: A youth soccer player smiles as she accompanies David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy during ceremonies before the game with the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on June 23, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-0. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy walks off the pitch after the MLS game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The teams tied 2-2. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy attempts a free kick against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC during their MLS game July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy stands bare chested as he is interviewed after the MLS game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The teams tied 2-2. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: A fan shows his support for David Beckham during the match between the Los Angeles Galaxy and the Vancouver Whitecaps FC July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The teams tied 2-2. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy tops the celebratory pile after scoring against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC during their MLS game July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy stands bare chested after the MLS game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The teams tied 2-2. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy plays the ball during their game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC during their MLS game July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

VANCOUVER, CANADA - JULY 18: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy warms up before their game against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC during their MLS game July 18, 2012 at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 21: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy claps after the MLS match against Chivas USA at The Home Depot Center on July 21, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-1. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 21: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy kicks the ball during the MLS match against Chivas USA at The Home Depot Center on July 21, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-1. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 02: A women looks for an autograph by David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy during the World Football Challenge against Real Madrid at The Home Depot Center on August 2, 2012 in Carson, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy midfielder and former England international footballer David Beckham (L) watches the medal ceremony with sons Cruz (C) and Brooklyn (R) after the US won the London 2012 Olympic Games men's gold medal basketball game between USA and Spain at the North Greenwich Arena in London on August 12, 2012. AFP PHOTO / MARTIN BUREAU (Photo credit should read MARTIN BUREAU/AFP/GettyImages)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 26: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy argues with Jackson #6 of FC Dallas during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on August 26, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-0. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 26: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy argues with Jackson #6 of FC Dallas during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on August 26, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-0. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 26: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy hugs Juninho #19 of Los Angeles Galaxy during the MLS match against FC Dallas at The Home Depot Center on August 26, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-0. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 26: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy leaves the game holding his head during the MLS match against FC Dallas at The Home Depot Center on August 26, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-0. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - AUGUST 26: David Beckham #23 of Los Angeles Galaxy kicks the ball during the MLS match against FC Dallas at The Home Depot Center on August 26, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 2-0. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy takes a direct free kick in the first half during the MLS match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy looks on as his left ankle is wrapped with a bag of ice after leaving the game in the second half during the MLS match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Whitecaps 2-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy grimaces on the pitch after rolling his ankle in the first half during the MLS match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Whitecaps 2-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy slides to play the ball as Kenny Miller #7 of the Vancouver Whitecaps jumps over the tackle in the first half during the MLS match at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Whitecaps 2-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy looks on from the bench area with his left ankle wrapped with a bag of ice after leaving the game in the second half during the MLS match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Whitecaps 2-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - SEPTEMBER 01: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy takes a direct free kick in the first half during the MLS match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at The Home Depot Center on September 1, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated the Whitecaps 2-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 04: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy looks on from the bench after being substituted out in the second half during the first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinal match at The Home Depot Center on November 4, 2012 in Carson, California. The Earthquakes defeated the Galaxy 1-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 04: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy unties his shoes on the bench after being substituted out in the second half during the first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinal match at The Home Depot Center on November 4, 2012 in Carson, California. The Earthquakes defeated the Galaxy 1-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - NOVEMBER 11: David Beckham #23 of the Los Angeles Galaxy jumps on Robbie Keane #7 to celebrate Keane's second goal of the match against the Seattle Sounders in Leg One of the Western Conference Championship at The Home Depot Center on November 11, 2012 in Carson, California. The Galaxy won 3-0. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Former England captain David Beckham (L), appearing as the captain of the US club LA Galaxy, reacts in pain after colliding with Brendon Santalab (R) during an exhibition match against Sydney FC at Telstra Stadium in Sydney, 27 November 2007. Sydney are leading LA Galaxy 3-1 at half-time. AFP PHOTO/Torsten BLACKWOOD (Photo credit should read TORSTEN BLACKWOOD/AFP/Getty Images)

MAKENI, SIERRA LEONE - JANUARY 19: UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham carries five-year-old Foday during a tour of a therapeutic feeding centre on January 19, 2008 in Makeni, Sierra Leone. Foday is being treated for severe malnutrition at the UNICEF-supported centre, the only one of its kind in the northern part of Sierra Leone. (Photo by David Turnley/Getty Images)

MANGOREA, SIERRA LEONE - JANUARY 19: UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador David Beckham joins nurse Angela as she visits two day old Mariatsu and her mother in their home on January 19, 2008 in Mangorea, Sierra Leone. Alice (16), Mariatsu's mother, hid the pregnancy from her mother until it was too obvious. Now the grandmother accepts Mariatsu and will help to look after her. Alice hopes to go back to school. (Photo by David Turnley/Getty Images)

England's midfielder David Beckham, on loan to AC Milan, trains at Al-Nasr's club ground in Dubai on December 31, 2008. Italian football giants AC Milan arrived on December 29 to start their winter training camp in the rich Gulf emirate that will culminate in the Dubai Football Challenge match against German team Hamburg. AFP PHOTO/MARWAN NAAMANI (Photo credit should read MARWAN NAAMANI/AFP/Getty Images)

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - DECEMBER 31: David Beckham of AC Milan leaves the pitch with team mate Paolo Maldini after a training session at Al-Nasr's club ground on December 31, 2008 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Mustafa Kasmi/Getty Images)

Footballer David Beckham plays basketball with local schoolchildren at the British Club in Singapore where he is lending his support to London's bid for the 2012 Olympic Games.

MILAN, ITALY - JANUARY 24: David Beckham (r) of Milan looks dejected at the final whistle as he shakes hands with Javier Zanetti of Inter after his side were defeated 0-2 during the Serie A match between Inter Milan and AC Milan at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on January 24, 2010 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)

English football star David Beckham (C) smiles as he disembarks the plane with teammates from the US Major League Soccer (MLS) club LA Galaxy at the Qantas hangar following their arrival in Sydney on November 25, 2010. The LA Galaxy, led by Beckham, will play against Australia's Newcastle Jets in a one-off exhibition match in Newcastle, in the state of New South Wales on November 27. IMAGE STRICTLY RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE � STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE AFP PHOTO / Krystle WRIGHT (Photo credit should read KRYSTLE WRIGHT/AFP/Getty Images)

England's injured midfielder David Beckham (2ndL) talks to a member of the staff during the 2010 World Cup round of 16 football match Germany vs. England on June 27, 2010 at Free State stadium in Mangaung/Bloemfontein. NO PUSH TO MOBILE / MOBILE USE SOLELY WITHIN EDITORIAL ARTICLE - AFP PHOTO / FRANCOIS-XAVIER MARIT (Photo credit should read FRANCOIS-XAVIER MARIT/AFP/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 13: (L-R) Gabriella Roseje, Olympic ambassador David Beckham and LOCOG Chair and former Olympian Lord Sebastian Coe attend the launch of Samsung's 2012 Olympic campaign at Canary Wharf on June 13, 2011 in London, England. The event saw the launch of the Olympic Torchbearer nomination campaign and introduced the first official torchbearer, Gabriella Roseje. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 12: Real Madrid players Cristiano Ronaldo, goalkeeper Iker Casillas and Los Angeles Galaxy players Landon Donovan and David Beckham pose after a news conference to announce the Herbalife World Football Challange 2011 friendly soccer torunament between 13 european and US soccer clubs on July 12, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. The Los Angeles Galaxy will play Real Madrid in a friendly soccer match on Saturday. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

File photo dated 11/05/2002 of Manchester United's David Beckham (right) with manger Sir Alex Ferguson, after the player signed a new contract to keep him at the club.

Manchester Utd manager Alex Ferguson (right) and player David Beckham, launch the 'Lucky Devils' lottery scratchcard, a first for a UK football club, at Old Trafford today (Thursday).

Britain's prime minister David Cameron (C) meets with soccer player David Beckham (R) and UNICEF's UK director Anita Tiessen at Downing Street in London on July 26, 2012. AFP PHOTO/POOL/David Parker (Photo credit should read David Parker/AFP/GettyImages)

British Prime Minister David Cameron (C) speaks as Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF UK Anita Tiessen (L) and British footballer David Beckham (R) listen during a meeting at No 10 Downing Street in central London on July 26, 2012 to discuss the issue of child hunger across the world. AFP PHOTO / POOL / CARL COURT (Photo credit should read CARL COURT/AFP/GettyImages)

British football player David Beckham poses with a poster displaying a letter he addresses as UNICEF goodwill ambassador to the British Prime Minister upon his arrival at 10 Downing Street in central London on July 26, 2012. Beckham met David Cameron to discuss the fight against hunger that affects children worldwide. AFP PHOTO / BEN STANSALL (Photo credit should read BEN STANSALL/AFP/GettyImages)

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 11: David Beckham and (front L-R) Paul Deighton, chief executive of LOCOG, mayor of London Boris Johnson and Sir Menzies Campbell celebrate as Mohamed Farah of Great Britain wins gold in the Men's 5000m Final on Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 11, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 11: David Beckham and (front L-R) Paul Deighton, chief executive of LOCOG, mayor of London Boris Johnson and Sir Menzies Campbell celebrate as Mohamed Farah of Great Britain wins gold in the Men's 5000m Final on Day 15 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on August 11, 2012 in London, England. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

David Beckham during David Beckham Signs Copies of his DVD 'Really Bend it Like Beckham' at Virgin Megastore, Oxford Street in London, Great Britain. (Photo by J. Quinton/Getty Images)

CARSON, CA - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Adidas, LA Galaxy star signing David Beckham and New Orleans Saints star Reggie Bush swap kits as they launch the new LA Galaxy strip on July 11, 2007 in Carson, California. (Photo by Adidas via Getty Images)

From left, AEG President and CEO Tim Leiweke, Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham and head coach Bruce Arena pose for photos during a soccer news conference in Los Angeles, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. Resisting the lure of Paris for the sake of his family, Beckham pledged his future to America's Major League Soccer on Wednesday by signing a new two-year contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Real Madrid's David Beckham (L) with Arsenal's Thierry Henry after the UEFA Champions League second round, second leg match at Highbury Stadium, London, Wednesday March 8, 2006. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Photo credit should read: Sean Dempsey/PA. THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE.

David Beckham signs for Real Madrid with honourary president Alfredo Di Stefano (left)

Real Madrid's David Beckham celebrates at the end of the game

Real Madrid's David Beckham starts celebrating with team mate Salgado

Real Madrid coach Fabio Capello (l) and David Beckham look on

Real Madrid's David Beckham (l) and Ruud van Nistelrooy watch the action after both coming off injured

Real Madrid's David Beckham celebrates at the final whistle

Real Madrid's David Beckham celebrates at the final whistle

Real Madrid's David Beckham (l) is replaced by Jose Antonio Reyes

Brooklyn Beckham watches the celebrations for Real Madrid's title win

Real Madrid's David Beckham with Guti and Pablo Garcia

Real Madrid's David Beckham on the ball during his league debut in Madrid's first game of the Spanish Primera Liga season, against Real Betis, at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.

Real Madrid's David Beckham (right) celebrates with teammate Ronaldo after scoring against Real Betis on his league debut during Real's first game of the Spanish Primera Liga season at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.

Real Madrid's David Beckham meets fans in his new kit at the club's training ground, the Pebellon Raimundo Saporta Stadium in Madrid.

David Beckham, Real Madrid

Real Madrid's David Beckham celebrates scoring against Real Betis, during Real Madrid's first game in Spanish Primera League game against Real Betis at the Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.

File photo 02/7/2003 of Real Madrid's David Beckham.

England football captain David Beckham stands with his wife, Victoria, and his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Peggy West, as he shows off the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) he received from Britain's Queen Elizabeth II at London's Buckingham Palace. The former Manchester United star, who now plays for Real Madrid, said recently: 'I am honoured and privileged to receive this recognition. It's not just for me but for Manchester United, England, all of my team mates and my family'.

DAVID BECKHAM MANCHESTER UNITED.

David Beckham, AC Milan

David Beckham, AC Milan

David Beckham, AC Milan

Manchester United's Wayne Rooney (left) chats with AC Milan's David Beckham after the Champions League match at the San Siro, Milan, Italy.

AC Milan's David Beckham in action against Manchester United

David Beckham, AC Milan

Manchester United's David Beckham (C) is joined by rowers Peter Moore, 26, (L) and Scott Gilchrist, 30, at the Thames Rowing Club in Putney, London. Beckham joined the oarsmen to launch a bid to row across the Atlantic for Macmillan Cancer Relief.

THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE. Manchester United's David Beckham kisses the FA Carling Premiership trophy after the FA Premiership match against Derby County at OId Trafford, Manchester.

David Beckham, Manchester United with his Young Player of the year award.

Manchester United's David Beckham celebrates after putting his side in the lead.

David Beckham of Manchester United celebrates scoring their third goal

Manchester United football team arriving at Manchester Airport. David Beckham is pictured holding the European Cup.

Manchester United football team arriving at Manchester Airport with the European Cup.

Manchester United's David Beckham applauds the fans at the end of the game.

Manchester United's David Beckham (left) shakes hands with Real Madrid's Roberto Carlos, after their Champions League Quarter Final match at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.

The Manchester United team celebrate winning the FA Carling Premiership trophy after their football match against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford, Manchester.

This picture may only be used within the context of an editorial feature. Manchester United's David Beckham (R) celebrates after scoring their third goal from a free kick, during the FA Carling Premiership match against Everton at Old Trafford.

Arsenal fans hold a banner referring to Manchester United's David Beckham, during the Charity Shield clash at Wembely.

Manchester United's David Beckham lifts the European Cup

AC Milan's David Beckham (r) shakes hands with Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand before the game as Thiago Silva (l) looks on

AC Milan's David Beckham (r) is substituted by coach Leonardo

AC Milan's David Beckham lines up with his team mates prior to kick off

AC Milan's David Beckham (left) shows his frustration after team mate Klaas-Jan Huntelaar (not pictured) misses a good chance for a goal

David Beckham, AC Milan

David Beckham, AC Milan

Manchester United's Ruud Van Nistelrooy celebrates scoring from a penalty with David Beckham to make the score 1-0

David Beckham, Manchester United

THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE. England captain David Beckham smiles at a press conference at La Manga, Sunday 3rd June 2001, prior to England's World Cup European Qualifying game against Greece next Wednesday. * 3/6/2001 of England and Manchester United footballer David Beckham.

Manchester United's David Beckham takes a walk along the seafront in La Coruna ahead of their Champions League match against Depotivo La Coruna.

Manchester United's David Beckham celebrates their first goal.

Manchester United's Gary neville celebrates with David Beckham at the end of the game

David Beckham of Manchester United (left) is tackled by Moreno Torrichelli of Juventus (right)

This picture can only be used within the context of an editorial feature. Manchester United's David Beckham (R) hugs goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel, after they defeat Bayern Munich in their Champions League final football match, at the Nou Camp stadium.

Manchester United's David Beckham at Bisham Abbey this afternoon (Monday) during a training session for the England squad. The team meet Italy in a World Cup qualifying match at Wembley this (Wednesday).

Manchester United's David Beckham (right) and goalkeeper Raimond Van Der Gouw (centre) leave the pitch after warming up, with the floodlights still out of order

David Beckham celebrates with team-mate Ruud Van Nistelrooy after the dutchman opened the scoring, during their Barclaycard Premiership match against visitors Middlesbrough at Old Trafford.

Manchester United's David Beckham is confronted by a pitch invader towards the end of the game

Manchester United's Gary Neville (left) with team mate David Beckham

This picture can only be used within the context of an editorial feature. Manchester United's midfielder David Beckham holds the winner's cup, after his side defeated Bayern Munich in their Champions League final football match, at the Nou Camp stadium.

Manchester United's Gary Neville and David Beckham during Gary Neville's Testimonial match at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Manchester United's David Beckham (R) with manger Sir Alex Ferguson, after the player signed a new contract to keep him at the club. 17/02/03 David Beckham sported a gash above his eye but remained tight-lipped about how his boss Sir Alex Ferguson kicked a football boot in his face. The England superstar made no comment about the post-match bust-up which left him with a cut eyebrow. 17/06/03 : England captain David Beckham is leaving his beloved Manchester United and heading for Real Madrid in a 25 million deal, it was announced tonight, Tuesday June 17, 2003. As the midfield superstar jetted off today for a promotional tour in the Far East, the club and player finally ended two months of speculation surrounding his future. A statement from Old Trafford said Beckham had agreed personal terms with the Spanish giants. The deal is expected to be completed early next month. Beckham was quick to extend the hand of friendship to United boss Sir Alex Ferguson after persistent rumours of a rift between them. The multi-millionaire star said: I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today. THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE.

Former Manchester United player David Beckham in action

England's David Beckham (L) with his BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award 2001 and Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson with his Lifetime Achievement Award at BBC Television Centre, London.

A plaster is visible over the left eyebrow of Manchester United mid-fielder David Beckham, during the team line-up before the UEFA Champions League group D match against Juventus at Old Trafford, Manchester. 17/06/2003: England captain David Beckham is leaving his beloved Manchester United and heading for Real Madrid in a 25 million deal, it was announced tonight, Tuesday June 17, 2003. As the midfield superstar jetted off today for a promotional tour in the Far East, the club and player finally ended two months of speculation surrounding his future. A statement from Old Trafford said Beckham had agreed personal terms with the Spanish giants. The deal is expected to be completed early next month. Beckham was quick to extend the hand of friendship to United boss Sir Alex Ferguson after persistent rumours of a rift between them. The multi-millionaire star said: I would like to publicly thank Sir Alex Ferguson for making me the player I am today. THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE. * 1/9/03: The England captain, now playing for Real Madrid has given his side of the story, in his autobiography - David Beckham : My Side - serialised in The Sun newspaper, of the infamous book kicking incident by Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson which resulted in a cut eye for the midfielder.

Nicky Butt and David Beckham - Manchester United battle with Georgiou Kinkladze - Manchester City

David Beckham, Manchester United during the Carling Premier League match.

Manchester United's David Beckham heads for the pool at the training ground in Fla-Barra, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Manchester United's David Beckham (L) and Gary Neville celebrate Andy Cole's opening goal with captain roy Keane during their FA Premiership match against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

Manchester United's David Beckham's boot, with the name of his son on it, during the F.A. Barclaycard Premiership match against Sunderland at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Manchester United's David Beckham in action during the Champions League Match.

This picture can only be used within the context of an editorial feature.The Duke of York shakes hands with Manchester United's David Beckham as captain Roy Keane (left) looks on before their Charity Shield match against Chelsea at Wembley. Final score Chelsea 2, Manchester United 0.

Manchester United and England star David Beckham following in the footsteps of Denis Compton after announcing his sponsorship deal with Brylcreem. The football star has signed a minimum two year deal with the hair product range.

Manchester United and England footballer David Beckham, poses for the media during a photocall at the Riverside Studios in London to launch the new 2002 Police Sunglasses collection.

This picture may only be used within the context of an editorial feature. David Beckham of Manchester United in action at Pittodrie stadium during a testimonial match against Aberdeen for Teddy Scott of Aberdeen F.C.

Manchester United footballer David Beckham carries toys and balloons, as his Spice Girl fiancee Victoria Adams prepares to leave the Portland Hospital in London with the couple's newborn son, Brooklyn Joseph Beckham.

Manchester United players David Beckham (L) and Phil Neville at Heathrow Airport before they and the rest of the England squad flew to Belgium ahead of their first game of Euro 2000,against Portugal at Eindhoven.

Manchester United's David Beckham watches from the tunnel

David Beckham (l), Europe's Most Valuable Player 98/99, receives his award from former Manchester United manager Wilf McGuinness (r).

England and Manchester United injured player David Beckham watches his team mates during the UEFA Champions League semi-final against Bayer Leverkusen, at Old Trafford.

Manchester United's David Beckham collects his Manchester United player of the year award, before the game against Coventry at Old Trafford today (Sat). There was media speculation that Beckham had wed his Spice Girl lover Victoria Adams, as they were both wearing rings on their wedding fingers (pictured) Pic Dave Kendall.

England and Manchester United star David Beckham leaving Stockport Magistrates Court after being found guilty of speeding in his 150,000 Ferrari and banned for 8 months, and fined 800 and also ordered to pay costs of 190.

Manchester United's Peter Schmeichel is congratulated by David Beckham after his penalty save.

Manchester United footballer David Beckham during training at the Flabarra Complex in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during a break in their FIFA World Club Championship schedule.

England and Manchester United footballer David Beckham, talks to the press outside the Portland Hospital in London after his wife Victoria gave birth to a son, the couple's second child, named Romeo.

David Beckham arrives for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards 2001, at BBC Television Centre, London. * 11/12/01: Soccer star David Beckham was voted Britain's best-dressed man and kicked his wife into touch in the style stakes. The Manchester United star, named BBC sports personality of the year, beat stars such as Robbie Williams and Jude Law in the poll by readers of Heat magazine.

This picture can only be used within the context of an editorial feature. Manchester United's David Beckham is sent off by referee Horacio Elizondo after kicking Necaxa's Jose Milian during their World Club Championship match at the Maracana Stadium. * Rio de Janeiro.

David Beckham, Manchester United.

Manchester United's David Beckham waits to take a corner during the UEFA Champions League Match.

David Beckham receives his award for the Manchester United magazine's Umbro Player of the Year Award for the 1998/1999 season.

This picture can only be used in the context of an editorial feature. Spice Girl Victoria Adams, holding her son Brooklyn, gives her husband, Manchester United footballer David Beckham, a kiss after United won the FA Carling Premiership trophy. * ...at Old Trafford, Manchester, after their football match against Tottenham Hotspur.

Manchester United and England star David Beckham.

Pop star Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice) and her footballing husband David wait to meet the Prince of Wales at the Princes Trust Capital FM Party in the Park, in London. Posh Spice made her solo debut at the huge outdoor charity show. * ...in front of 100,000 music fans. She is the last of the Spice Girls to branch out with her own pop career as she joined dance act Truesteppers. 24/11/01: England captain David Beckham has been put in charge of picking the national team's suits for next year's World Cup. The fashion-conscious star, famous for his outrageous dress sense said coach Sven Goran Eriksson had asked him to choose the squad's outfits for Korea and Japan, saying that his choice would be very normal. 04/11/02 : David and Victoria Beckham. David Beckham vowed to keep his family safe as police continued to question nine people arrested over an alleged plot to kidnap his wife and two young sons. The Manchester United star said security arrangements were being reviewed following a series of police raids focused on an alleged plan to hold wife Victoria and sons Brooklyn and baby Romeo for a ransom of 5 million.

David Beckham poses with his sons Brooklyn (L), Cruz (C) and Romeo and the MLS Trophy after the Los Angeles Galaxy beat Houston Dynamo 3-1 in the Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup, December 1, 2012 in Carson,.California. It was Beckham's last game with the Galaxy. AFP PHOTO / Robyn Beck (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images)

Sir Alex Ferguson (left) and David Beckham at a sportsmans dinner in Manchester.

Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham, left, of England, kisses the trophy as he celebrates with Robbie Keane, or Ireland, after their 3-1 win in the MLS Cup championship soccer match against the Houston Dynamo in Carson, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

CARSON, CA - DECEMBER 01: David Beckham of the Los Angeles Galaxy poses after winning the 2012 MLS Cup 3-1 against the Houston Dynamo at The Home Depot Center on December 1, 2012 in Carson, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 5: David Beckham celebrates with the Premiership Trophy after the FA Premiership match between Manchester United v Derby County at Old Trafford on May 5, 2001 in Manchester. Manchester United 0 Derby County 1. (Photo by John Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images)

This picture can only be used within the context of an editorial feature. Manchester United's midfielder David Beckham holds the winner's cup, after his side defeated Bayern Munich in their Champions League final football match, at the Nou Camp stadium.

File photo dated 22/05/1999 of Manchester United's David Beckham celebrates with the trophy following his teams 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in the FA Cup final at Wembley.

David Beckham, Manchester United with his Young Player of the year award.

England and Manchester United's David Beckham (right) presents England and former Manchester United player, Teddy Sheringham with the Sir Matt Busby player of the year trophy, as voted by Manchester United Members during training at Old Trafford, Manchester. England play Greece in the final game of the World Cup group nine qualifier . THIS PICTURE CAN ONLY BE USED WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EDITORIAL FEATURE. NO WEBSITE/INTERNET USE UNLESS SITE IS REGISTERED WITH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION PREMIER LEAGUE.

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham, left, looks on along with his son Romeo, center, as his other son Cruz lifts the MLS Trophy after the Galaxy won the MLS Cup championship soccer match 3-1 against the Houston Dynamo, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

FILE - In this May 26, 1999, file photo, Manchester United's Teddy Sheringham, left, and David Beckham celebrate with the trophy after defeating Bayern Munich 2-1 to win the UEFA Champions League soccer final in Barcelona. Sheringham's goal in the 91st minute and Ole Gunnar Solksjaer's in the 93rd caused Manchester United's comeback to be considered one of the all-time greatest in sports history. (AP Photo/Camay Sungu, File)

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 06: David Beckham of the Galaxy poses with the man of the match trophy during the friendly match between the Melbourne Victory and LA Galaxy at Etihad Stadium on December 6, 2011 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

5 Apr 2001: David Beckham of Man United gets a kiss off his son Brooklyn as they celebrate winning the FA Carling Premiership trophy after the match between Manchester United and Derby County at Old Trafford, Manchester. Mandatory Credit: Alex Livesey/ALLSPORT

June 1998: Sent off in the World Cup round-of-16 against Argentina. England lose 4-3 on penalties and the 23-year-old is vilified.

January 2000: Red-carded in Manchester United’s first World Club Championship match against Necaxa. The Reds come from behind to draw 1-1.

February 2000: Has a blazing row with United manager Sir Alex Ferguson at the club's training ground, which is snapped by photographers, after arriving late. He travels with the team for Sunday's crucial match at Leeds but is dropped and watches from the stands. United win 1-0 to go six points clear of their Yorkshire rivals at the top of the Premier League.

February 2003: After United lose 2-0 to Arsenal in the fifth round of the FA Cup, Ferguson kicks a boot in rage in the dressing room at full-time. It smacks Beckham just above his left eyebrow as blood seeps out, compelling the enraged player to go for his manager but is held back. "Just f*****g patch him up," Ferguson advises.

October 2003: Skies a penalty against Turkey in a crucial European Championship qualifier. He is taunted by Aston Villa defender Alpay, which leads to a mass fight in the tunnel at half-time. England draw 0-0 and qualify for Euro 2004.

May 2004: Sent off for the first time as a Real Madrid player for calling a linesman "hijo de puta" (son of a whore).

June 2004: At the European Championship, with England 1-0 up against France, he has a penalty saved by Fabien Barthez. France win 2-1 with two late goals from Zinedine Zidane.

June 2004: Again at the Euros, Beckham misses a penalty. This time he blazes over England’s first spot-kick in their quarter-final against Portugal. The hosts win 6-5 on penalties and Beckham is criticised for a having a poor tournament.

October 2005: Sent off for the second time in his Three Lions career in the World Cup qualifier against Austria at Old Trafford.

October 2005: He is sent off against Valencia for applauding in a sarcastic manner, but has the red card overturned days later.

June 2006: Holding back the tears, he relinquishes the England captaincy after another underwhelming tournament the day after the World Cup quarter-final defeat to Portugal.

August 2006: Omitted from Steve McClaren’s first England squad entirely. He eventually returns in June 2007.

January 2007: Frozen out by Real Madrid coach Fabio Capello after agreeing to move to Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy.

February 2007: Sent off in injury time against Real Betis.

July 2009: Heckled by LA Galaxy fans angry he left the club to join AC Milan on loan, he jumps over advertising hoardings to confront one vocal supporter.

March 2010: Snaps his Achilles whilst on-loan at Milan, scuppering any chances of him playing at a fourth consecutive World Cup.

June 2010: Left out of Stuart Pearce's Team GB London 2012 Olympic squad.